Breast Cancer, Radiation Therapy
Shorter Course of Radiation Therapy For Breast Cancer Is Safe, Will Not Affect Breast Reconstruction, Says Study
A shorter course of post-mastectomy radiation is safe and effective, according to a new study conducted by the University of Utah. Researchers said that cutting treatment time nearly in half - from 25 to 16 sessions - could help make post-mastectomy radiation a more accessible option for patients.
Shorter course of breast cancer radiation won't impact breast reconstruction
About 40 percent of people with breast cancer have mastectomies, followed by five to six weeks of radiation therapy to kill any cancer cells that may remain in the chest wall or lymph nodes. Most opt for breast reconstruction. "Over the past 10 years ...
Shortened radiation therapy proves safe for breast reconstruction after mastectomy
An accelerated course of radiation therapy does not increase complications for patients who undergo breast reconstruction following a mastectomy, new research shows.
Post-mastectomy radiation therapy can be shortened by nearly half for patients planning breast reconstruction
An accelerated course of radiation therapy does not increase complications for patients who undergo breast reconstruction following a mastectomy, new research shows. Findings of the large, Phase III RT CHARM trial (Alliance A221505) were presented at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting.
Shorter Course of Breast Cancer Radiation Won't Affect Breast Reconstruction
MONDAY, Sept. 30, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A shorter course of post-mastectomy radiation doesn't jeopardize a patient's chances of successful breast reconstruction, a new study finds.
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Radiopharmaceuticals and Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer Treatment
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IMRT vs Proton Therapy for Early Prostate Cancer?
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Radiopharmaceutical therapy offers promise for people with tough-to-treat meningioma brain tumors
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